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Exquisite Charles Horner Silver Thimble Cased in Ormulu Chatelaine Egg-shaped Holder
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Exquisite Charles Horner Silver Thimble Cased in Ormulu Chatelaine Egg-shaped Holder

19th century
Description

This George V silver thimble was made by the reputable Charles Horner and is dated Chester 1922. It is fitted in a gorgeous egg-shaped ormulu thimble case. The outer case chased all over with foliate scrolls and fitted with a suspension chain. The side with a thumb-piece opening to reveal the original interior fitted with pink silk and crushed velvet. So often, the interior of these holders are missing. This is a beautiful complete example.

Hallmarks:

CH for Charles Horner.

Chester Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1922.

Dimensions:

Thimble height: 2.2cm / 1 inch.

Case Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Width: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Depth: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Condition:

Very good condition

Original interior in good condition.

Postage

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Thimble Chatelaine Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1197743
Dealers Internal Reference
FEV60
Description
This George V silver thimble was made by the reputable Charles Horner and is dated Chester 1922. It is fitted in a gorgeous egg-shaped ormulu thimble case. The outer case chased all over with foliate scrolls and fitted with a suspension chain.
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The side with a thumb-piece opening to reveal the original interior fitted with pink silk and crushed velvet.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

So often, the interior of these holders are missing. This is a beautiful complete example.

fig 1. A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
fig 1. Exquisite Charles Horner Silver Thimble Cased in Ormulu Chatelaine Egg-shaped Holder

Hallmarks:

CH for Charles Horner.

Chester Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1922.

Dimensions:

Thimble height: 2.2cm / 1 inch.

Case Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Width: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Depth: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

fig 2. A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
fig 2. Exquisite Charles Horner Silver Thimble Cased in Ormulu Chatelaine Egg-shaped Holder

Condition:

Very good condition

Original interior in good condition.

Postage

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

fig 3. A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
fig 3. Exquisite Charles Horner Silver Thimble Cased in Ormulu Chatelaine Egg-shaped Holder

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Thimble Chatelaine Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1197743
Dealers Internal Ref
FEV60
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
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Archive I A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.

EXQUISITE CHARLES HORNER SILVER THIMBLE CASED IN ORMULU CHATELAINE EGG-SHAPED HOLDER

Archive II A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View II
Archive III A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View III
Archive IV A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View IV
Archive V A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View V
Archive VI A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View VI
Archive VII A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View VII
Archive VIII A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet. View VIII
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Verified Since Jun 2009
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A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
EXQUISITE CHARLES HORNER SILVER THIMBLE CASED IN ORMULU CHATELAINE EGG-SHAPED HOLDER
Ref: SA1197743
A hallmarked silver thimble with starburst engraving positioned beside an open egg-shaped ormolu case lined with red velvet.
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FAQs

A chatelaine thimble holder is a compact decorative case, often egg-shaped or cylindrical, engineered to attach to a belt-hook system known as a chatelaine to keep needlework tools accessible.

Antique thimble cases were crafted using sterling silver, ormolu or gilded base metals, ivory, tortoiseshell, and carved wood, frequently featuring silk or velvet interior linings.

Authentic Charles Horner thimbles feature stamped British hallmarks including the CH initials makers mark, assay office emblem, silver fineness stamp, and date letter along the lower rim.

These small decorative items can be presented inside glass shadow boxes, displayed on velvet-lined trays, or arranged within a glass cabinet alongside fine miniature collectables.

Silver thimbles should be polished gently with a microfibre cloth, while gilt metal cases and textile linings should be dusted with a soft brush, avoiding liquid cleaners.
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